As the only UK university ranked in the QS world rankings of top 50 institutions under 50 years old (QS, 2018), and among the world elite in 16 subjects (QS, 2017), Oxford Brookes enjoys an international reputation for teaching excellence and innovation.

The University’s teaching staff have 11 National Teaching Fellowships, an award recognising outstanding contributions to learning in higher education.

Oxford Brookes is located in the vibrant city of Oxford. It has three main campuses in and around the city, and a fourth in Swindon for locally based healthcare students.

There are four main faculties at Oxford Brookes:

Oxford Brookes Business School

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

Attracting students from over 120 countries worldwide, the University has a lively cosmopolitan feel.

The University encourages you to make the most of life beyond your studies. Within Brookes Union, there are more than 100 clubs and societies for you to get involved in, meet new people and learn a new skill. And if you can’t find one that's right for you, the union will support you in starting up your own.

And while there is plenty to entertain you on campus – with everything from a state-of-the-art gym to social spaces and a university bar - the city of Oxford has always been popular. With around a quarter of its population made up of students, entertainment is certainly not lacking, from music venues, cafes and clubs to galleries, cinemas and festivals taking place throughout the year.

Oxford Brookes has over 100 partner universities around the world, giving you the opportunity to study abroad for part of your course, experiencing life in another country and making friends from across the world. There are also plenty of opportunities for work placements – ensuring that by the time you leave you have built skills and confidence ready for the workplace.

Students say:

“Amazing, made friends for life, couldn't ask for a better experience”

“It has been really fun and challenging”

“Great peer support. The lectures are also great with not only academic support but personal support as well”

“Positive environment to learn, study and live in”

93.2% of students go on to find work or enter further study within six months of graduating (HESA Destination of Leavers 2017).

While studying at Oxford Brookes, you’ll have access to their dedicated careers service, whether you know which career you want to follow, or are looking for guidance on where to start. Trained advisers can help with job searching, 1-to-1 consultations, interview advice and employability training. The service also offers online guidance and support for those unable to visit the centre in person.

Visiting lecturers, careers fairs and workshops (ranging from mindfulness to creating a Linkedin profile) are also organised throughout the year, while information on finding internships, volunteering opportunities and part-time jobs are also available online.

Students say:

"Work placement opportunities available with good access to internships"
"The careers department is always in touch"
"There's a careers advice service which helps a lot. My course also has work placements which are in the field I want to go into"

Oxford Brookes offers a wide range of full and part-time courses. Many of the courses are designed to teach you the practical skills needed in the workplace, making sure that you are career-ready when you walk through the doors of your new job. Most courses also offer work placement opportunities and the chance to take a sandwich year.

As well as attending lectures, during your time on your course you will also attend seminars and tutorials, seeing you refine your skills and take part in class discussions and group activities in a smaller setting.

What's more, staff at the University are passionate and full of knowledge on their subject, and have received a number of achievements, including 11 National Teaching Fellowships. Recent reviews spoke highly of the staff and their passion and enthusiasm.

Students say:

“Helpful and understanding”

“Lecturers are knowledgeable and straight to the point”

“Very engaging and interesting topics”

“Supervisors are amazing.”

“Lecturers are helpful, more than willing to help/provide materials for work”

Brookes Union exists to improve the lives of all students enrolled at Oxford Brookes. The Union provides activity space, financial advice, advice to over 100 student societies and coordinates the Safety Bus with student volunteers to safely transport students around the city at night.

The union has an independent advice service, providing free, impartial guidance on concerns from academic issues and finance, to finding good accommodation and student's rights as a tenant.

As well as its buzzing bar on the Headington Campus, the union works with partners to put on club nights and events in venues around Oxford as well as arranging a series of events through the week.

Students say:

"I think they are very organised and active providing us with useful information"

"They represent our views and are inclusive in terms of acknowledging diversity"

"Always involved"

Where you live is one of the most important considerations once you have decided on a university.

Oxford Brookes currently offers over 4000 self-catered, single study-bedrooms and 130 studio apartments in our student halls. And if you make them your firm choice the University will guarantee a room in one of your five hall choices.

The majority of the student hall rooms are en suite. Typically you will live in a flat with approximately five other students, sharing a kitchen and living space. The University also offers some flats with shared bathrooms which are cheaper. Study bedrooms all have high-speed internet, so you can gain access to the web, intranet, email and the directories where course materials are stored.

The cost of your accommodation includes your BrookesBus pass, giving you free travel on the BrookesBus between campuses and to the city centre. The pass also acts as a discount card on other local bus services.

In halls you can be sure of a supportive and safe environment. All halls of residence have an on-site residence manager and hall supervisors to help during the day, along with support available on-site throughout the night. In the first few weeks, the University’s hall staff arrange social activities to help you get to know those living in your hall.

Hall wardens are available 24/7, so there’s always someone around even if you just feel homesick and would like someone to talk to.

If you’d prefer to live in a shared house there’s a number of university managed houses and the University can also give you advice on finding private accommodation.

Students say:

“Very comfortable"

"Very good"

"Living in halls is perfect"

The university’s buildings include the award-winning John Henry Brookes Building at Headington Campus, with high-quality teaching and learning facilities including a brand new library.

Libraries are well-stocked with late opening at all four libraries; the library at Headington is open 24/7 during semester. There are thousands of books, e-books, e-journals, research databases and specialist collections including the Booker Prize Archive.

IT facilities comprise over 1,000 open-access PCs including more than 350 computers in the Headington library, plus free, self-service laptop loan in or near all Oxford Brookes’ libraries. There is also free eduroam wifi in halls of residence and across campus.

The sports centre offers a wide range of high quality facilities including a gym, swimming pool, climbing wall, and regulation-size sports pitches for University fixtures. Oxford Brookes competes in the BUCS league in a range of sports, often challenging for titles. The University rowing team is currently ranked number 1 in the UK (British Universities and Colleges Sport, 2017).

Students say:

“Really good facilities, including library and modern technology"

"Amazing facilities, Brookes is up to date with everything"

“Abundance of facilities and open 24/7”

With almost a quarter of the population made up of students, there is plenty going on in Oxford. Along with regular student nights at the many clubs, bars, pubs and live music venues, a range of different festivals and events take place each year.

The city also contains important museums such as the Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers as well as contemporary art spaces and live music venues like Modern Art Oxford and the O2 Academy.

Oxford is home to many beautiful parks to relax in with friends, take a run around or even revise in. What's more, Oxford is just over an hour away from other major cities including London and Bristol, while the Brighton coast is reachable in just under two hours.

Students say:

“Loads of restaurants, bars. shops, clubs - perfect for uni”

“Love it, history, lots to do, day and night life”

“Beautiful city”

“Oxford has nice architecture”

“Good for social life - beautiful place.”

There are over 100 clubs and societies on offer at Oxford Brookes, all run by students, ranging from all kinds of music and sport, to hobbies and pastimes from cake-making to politics.

As well as joining new groups, students can also create their own society, allowing them to demonstrate their leadership skills while at the same time meeting people who share similar interests.

Events are organised throughout the year, including club nights, trips away, debates and dinners. In recent reviews, students were full of praise for the great variety of societies on offer.

Students say:

“There’s a good range with something for everyone"

"Very good"

"Brookes has a lot of societies which is a great way of meeting other people with similar interests"

Oxford Brookes offers plenty of support and advice tailored to students’ needs. A centralised student support service has a careers centre, IT and technical support, the Brookes Union and wellbeing services. The drop-in study advice service, called Upgrade, offers advice and resources on planning and writing essays and assignments, or using statistics and maths.

Brookes Union has an independent advice service which offers advice and information on factors such as housing, staying safe at the University and tips on saving money.

Other support services include:

NHS medical centre based on Headington Campus, with students based at Wheatley and Harcourt Hill campuses using local GP surgeries

The Disability and Dyslexia/SpLD service providing dedicated support for students with disabilities including students with mental health needs. This includes specialist library services; securing suitable accommodation; providing 1-to-1 study skills support and mentoring, exam arrangements, guidance on applying for a Disabled Student’s Allowance and gaining access to assistive technology.

Students say:

“Good support and helpful"

"The best part about Brookes is the buddy system where a student above your year in your course becomes your mentor. It got me through first and second year"

“Very good support team at wellbeing centre”

UK/ EU - £9,250

International - £12,640 - £13,150

The Oxford Brookes Bursary Scheme

Up to £1,500 is available for students where the family household income is between £10,000 or under to £34,999.

NHS Learning Support Fund

Healthcare students are eligible to apply for extra financial support, which includes a Child Dependants Allowance of £1,000 per academic year (for students with children under the age of 15). Travel expenses and a grant of up to £3,000 for students with exceptional financial challenges is also available to apply for.

Transition from Care Bursaries

Students who have spent time in care who are now studying at the University are eligible to £2,000 per year.

Tessa Jane Evans Bursary for Nursing

Up to £30,000 is given out to each of three students from the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences in order to assist trainee student nurses with living costs. The bursary is open to mature students who are in need of financial support without any other funding.

Hardship Funds

Students struggling financially during their time at university are eligible to apply for a hardship fund to help cover costs of things like rent.

Santander Sports Scholarships

£500 - £2,000 is given to students who have shown outstanding talent in their sport, with other perks including free fitness classes and discount sports therapy services.

International Hospitality Management

The Oxford School of Hospitality Management is renowned worldwide for its excellence, ranked in the top three best hospitality schools in the world by Worldwide Hospitality Schools Award, 2016. Students have compulsory year-long work placements during the course, with prestigious employers including Marriott, Hilton, Dorchester Collection, Etc. Venues and The Savoy. Others go on to study abroad for a year at partner institutions in countries including Hong Kong, Denmark and Australia.

Recent graduates have secured positions with employers such as Hong Kong-based Swire Hotels, and large international brands such as Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Intercontinental Hotels Group.

Architecture

In the QS Worldwide University Rankings 2016/17, the Oxford Brookes School of Architecture was ranked as the 8th best in the UK. Students on the course get the opportunity to work in purpose-designed studios and workshops, take part in live projects with real clients and even study abroad for a year during the course. Recent graduates have gone on to find work with renowned architectural practices such as Grimshaw Architects, Thomas Heatherwick and Foster and Partners.

For a place on the International Hospitality Management course, students will be looking at securing grades BBC at A Level. Budding architects will be looking at gaining AAB at A Level, with preferred subjects in Art, Design and Technology.

For more information on the courses available to study at Oxford Brookes and the entry requirements needed, head to the University’s website.